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ChassisC1003

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Vacuum supply: Leak detected

19 brands affected · Description from BMW data.

Key terms: ABS: anti-lock braking, which stops the wheels locking · Stability control: helps stop the car skidding · Wheel speed sensor: measures how fast each wheel turns

1What it means in plain English

A chassis system has a fault, usually ABS, traction control or stability control, but some makes use this range for airbags, electric power steering or park brakes.

2Common causes

  1. Faulty wheel speed sensor
  2. Damaged sensor ring or wiring
  3. Faulty ABS module
  4. Low brake fluid
  5. Wheel bearing damage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

If the code names an airbag or SRS system, the airbag may not deploy in a crash: have it diagnosed promptly. If it names electric power steering, the assist may fail and the steering can become heavy: stop safely if that happens. If it names the brakes or park brake, have it checked before driving when braking feels abnormal. Otherwise ABS and stability control may be disabled: drive carefully, especially in wet conditions, and have it checked soon.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 19

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVC1003Hybrid Battery. Cooling Fan 2 Control Circuit Malfunction. - Stuck Off BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC1003No description available Chassis
BMWC1003Vacuum supply: Leak detected BrandChassis
BYDC1003Rear right tire pressure monitoring module RF communication fault BrandChassis
CheryC1003Valve Relay BrandChassis
DaewooC1003No description available Chassis
DFFSC1003Clutch signal abnormality BrandChassis
GMC1003No description available Chassis
Great WallC1003ESC coding error BrandChassis
HoldenC1003Right Rear Tire Pressure Sensor BrandChassis
IsuzuC1003No description available Chassis
Land RoverC1003No description available Chassis
MaseratiC1003No description available Chassis
OpelC1003No description available Chassis
PeugeotC1003No description available Chassis
SaabC1003No description available Chassis
SmartC1003No description available Chassis
SuzukiC1003No description available Chassis
TataC1003No description available Chassis

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C1003 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzC100300Steuergerät Ventil AVVL elektrischer Fehler BrandChassis
VolkswagenC100301The cause for the entry is probably an electrical malfunction All wheel drive pump electrical error BrandChassis
MahindraC100317Over range failure of Main Torque sensor and sub- Torque sensor total voltage BrandChassis

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